Penn State University

Postdoctoral Scholar - Materials Science and Engineering


PayCompetitive
LocationUniversity Park/Pennsylvania
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: REQ_0000067005

      APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

      This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

      POSITION SPECIFICS

      The Department of Materials Science and Engineering, in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences is seeking a postdoctoral scholar. The final candidate will perform a range of experimental, modeling, and analysis tasks to evaluate the utility of laser welding models for development, transfer, and process monitoring, and control. The successful candidate will provide materials characterization and modeling support for a research group engaged in the study of metallic materials for advanced manufacturing processes. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering and should have experience in materials characterization, numerical modeling and statistical analysis, and welding metallurgy.

      The Pennsylvania State University’s College of Earth and Mineral Sciences takes an active role in building a talented, inclusive, and culturally competent workforce. We understand that our shared future is guided by basic principles of fairness, mutual respect, and commitment to each other. Applicants should provide evidence, either woven through their application materials or as a separate diversity statement, of a commitment to fostering diversity, equity, inclusive excellence, and belonging and of engagement which creates an inclusive environment in their department/workplace.

      BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

      Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

      BENEFITS

      Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.

      For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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      Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

      EEO IS THE LAW

      Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

      The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

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      The Pennsylvania State University is a state-related, land-grant research university with campuses and facilities throughout Pennsylvania.

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